Smart Textile-integrated Thermochromic Display for Real-time Temperature Monitoring in Elderly Care
Abstract
With
the
rapidly
aging
population,
maintaining
personalized
thermal
comfort
and
preventing
heat
loss
for
elderly
individuals
has
become
increasingly
important.
Heating
textiles
provide
an
effective
solution
warmth;
however,
without
proper
monitoring,
risk
of
overheating
in
real-world
applications
remains
a
concern.
To
address
this
challenge,
thermochromic
offer
visual,
real-time
temperature
indication
through
colour
change,
enhancing
both
safety
usability.
In
study,
electric
heating
were
developed
woven
knitted
structures,
each
offering
distinct
hand
feel
performance
characteristics.
Key
parameters,
including
efficiency,
response,
insulation,
overall
comfort,
systematically
analyzed
compared.
Findings
reveal
that
double-layer
fabric
structures
exhibit
superior
distribution
efficiency
compared
to
single-layer
counterparts,
with
demonstrating
more
pronounced
change
upon
heating.
Based
on
these
insights,
collection
cushions
was
designed
care
applications.
Additionally,
as
proof
concept,
fully
textile-based
electronic
control
system
proposed,
enabling
caregivers
remotely
monitor
surface
real
time
adjust
levels
accordingly.
By
bridging
fields
textile
engineering,
smart
materials,
healthcare
study
introduces
innovative
design
strategies
enhance
functionality
user
experience
elderly-focused
textiles.
Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown
Published: May 16, 2025
Language: Английский